I will taking Reiki 2 sometime in April of this year. Is there any approach (e.g diet,
mindset, practices etc) one should observe and/or prepare in advance ( one month before) inorder to maximize the full benefits of the Reiki 2 attunement.

I think much too much is made of sensations. What’s most important is how you feel. I encourage you to let yourself drop inside while practicing, and let your mind rest. Then at times other than during your self-practice, contemplate any changes you notice in how you feel. They can be subtle and still be very valuable. Sometimes the little differences are the ones that are most beneficial. We are now having a daily self-treatment initiative with people giving feedback about their experience at the end of How to Practice Reiki Self-Treatment and also at http://www.facebook.com/ReikiMed

You might also try taking the Usui Virtual Retreat that is offered on this website to support you in restarting your practice.

Once you are initiated, it is for life, so practice in confidence. That said, if you have the opportunity to receive treatment from someone else, that experience often helps people with their confidence if they’ve fallen away from the practice.

Nothing can block the balancing benefits of Reiki self-treatment. If you notice differences over time and feel that your medications might need adjusting (that you might need less), be sure to discuss this with your physician, as some medications require careful monitoring. If you are shy to tell your doctor that you are practicing Reiki, print out some of the medical papers available and bring in the hard copies so that your doctor sees that what you are doing is safe.

I love what you have been saying throughout the retreat and the way you have shared the thoughts that come up during your experiences. Would you be interested in writing something for Touch, or perhaps allowing the Magazine to print some of the comments you already posted? If so, please let Pamela know and she will connect us via email.

Many Thanks

It’s wise to draw a distinction between what we experience and what is really happening during Reiki practice, which we can never truly know.

There are many advantages to being aware when practicing, but let’s remember that it is not necessary. We can practice Reiki perfectly well without paying attention (such as when watching the US Open).